Eat Outside: On the Water

Riverside reprieves.

40 N Lake St, Lake Oswego; 503-636-4561oswegolakehouse.com Typically the only way to play in Lake Oswego’s water is to pony up for one of the massive homes along its shores. But it’ll only cost you a drink to enjoy the ripple-filled view from the Lake House’s expansive shoreline patio.

aquarivaportland.com Planted on the western banks of the Willamette River, where it gently curls around Ross Island, Aquariva’s two patios give a quiet, calm perspective on our iconic waterway. And the rich veal and pork meatballs provide a delicious perspective on meat.

A visit to this classic Columbia River steak and seafood house is practically a Portland rite of passage. Stake out a spot on the wraparound deck as the sun slips below the West Hills and raise a glass of Oregon pinot (there are more than 50 on the wine list) to the passing boats and barges.

If you can fry it, you’ll find it on this Columbia River restaurant’s menu. But you’ll also discover an experience that can’t be had anywhere else on the Columbia: tables that gently bob along with the current on a floating tiki-themed dock. —KC

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